The Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas is issuing a Negotiated Request for Offers (RFO) for TopMatch 3D scanners. Vendors must submit electronic responses no later than 5:00 PM Central Time on April 27, 2026. The agency is considering this a sole source or proprietary solicitation. The contract term will commence on the effective date and expire a specified number of years from that date, with a potential for a six-month extension. Pricing and payment terms will be negotiated prior to award. Invoices must be itemized and approved by DPS. The delivery locations are multiple DPS crime lab addresses across Texas. Vendors must provide a draft project plan detailing implementation. Criminal history background checks are required for personnel. Confidentiality requirements are strict. Responses must be submitted electronically via the DPS online bid room. The evaluation criteria will be based on best value, including cost and past performance. Vendor performance will be tracked and may be reviewed from various sources.
The bid notice states that vendors must submit electronic responses no later than 5:00 p. m. Central Time on ****.
The bid notice states that DPS recommends that vendors receive payments by electronic funds transfer (EFT), also known as direct deposit. If vendor elects to be set up for direct deposit payment, vendor must submit a completed direct deposit authorization form ****.
The bid notice states that DPS will evaluate responses in accordance with the best value standards in Tex. Govt Code ****, ****, and ****.
The bid notice states that by signing this document, vendor represents and warrants that all statements, certifications, and information submitted in response to this solicitation, including any solicitation addendum, are true, current, complete, and accurate.
The bid notice states that DPS reserves the right to assess liquidated damages at an amount up to xxxxxx per day for each business day contractor fails to xxxx.